Palace Theatre, Manchester

Name: Palace Theatre
Address: Manchester, United Kingdom
Telephone: +44 844 871 3019

#98 among attractions in Manchester

Theater, Concerts and shows

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Facts and practical information

The Palace Theatre, Manchester, is one of the main theatres in Manchester, England. It is situated on Oxford Street, on the north-east corner of the intersection with Whitworth Street. The Palace and its sister theatre the Opera House on Quay Street are operated by the same parent company, Ambassador Theatre Group. The original capacity of 3,675 has been reduced to its current 1,955. ()

Opened: 18 May 1891 (133 years ago)Capacity: 1955Coordinates: 53°28'30"N, 2°14'27"W

Address

City CentreManchester United Kingdom

Contact

+44 844 871 3019

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Day trips

Palace Theatre – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Manchester Art Gallery, The Briton's Protection, Manchester Cenotaph, Bridgewater Hall.

~1320 ftN
Prominent paintings and decorative arts
Manchester Art Gallery, Manchester
7 min walk • The Manchester Art Gallery, nestled in the heart of Manchester, United Kingdom, stands as a testament to the city’s rich cultural heritage. This esteemed museum, known for its impressive collection of fine art, craft, and design, is a beacon for art lovers...
~1380 ftW
Nightlife
The Briton's Protection, Manchester
7 min walk • The Briton's Protection is a historic pub nestled in the heart of Manchester, United Kingdom. Known for its extensive selection of over 300 whiskies, this traditional watering hole has been serving patrons since 1806, making it one of the city's most enduring...
~1390 ftN
Memorial
Manchester Cenotaph, Manchester
7 min walk • Manchester Cenotaph is a solemn tribute to the fallen soldiers of World War I, standing as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made in the heart of Manchester, United Kingdom. Unveiled in 1924, this war memorial was designed by Sir Edwin Lutyens, who is renowned for...
~1110 ftW
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
6 min walk • Bridgewater Hall stands as a beacon of musical excellence in the bustling city of Manchester, United Kingdom. Opened in 1996, this modern music venue has quickly become one of the most prestigious concert halls in the country, renowned for its exceptional acoustics...
~300 ftS
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
Cornerhouse, Manchester
2 min walk • Cornerhouse was a centre for cinema and the contemporary visual arts next to Oxford Road Station on Oxford Street, Manchester, England which was active from 1985–2015. It had three floors of art galleries, three cinemas, a bookshop, a bar and a café bar.
~1000 ftN
Nightlife, Restaurant
Circus Tavern, Manchester
5 min walk • The Circus Tavern in Portland Street, Manchester, England, is the smallest public house in the city, with one of the smallest bars in the country. Built in about 1790, it is also one of the oldest pubs in Manchester, although it only became a pub in about 1840.
~850 ftNE
Dancing, Nightlife
Cruz 101, Manchester
5 min walk • Cruz 101 is a nightclub and music venue situated in Manchester's Gay Village which is centred on Canal Street, England. It is one of the most popular and longest-running gay clubs in Greater Manchester, often boasting itself as Manchester's Favourite Gay Venue.
~1210 ftNW
Square
St Peter's Square, Manchester
6 min walk • St Peter's Square is a public square in Manchester city centre, England. The north of the square is bounded by Princess Street and the south by Peter Street. To the west of the square is Manchester Central Library, Midland Hotel and Manchester Town Hall Extension.
~1510 ftW
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
Manchester Central, Manchester
8 min walk • Manchester Central Convention Complex is an exhibition and conference centre converted from the former Manchester Central railway station in Manchester, England.
~1910 ftNW
Church, Bars and clubs, Dance club
Albert Hall, Manchester
10 min walk • The Albert Hall is a music venue in Manchester, England. Built as a Methodist central hall in 1908 by the architect William James Morley of Bradford and built by J. Gerrard & Sons Ltd of Swinton, it has been designated by English Heritage as a Grade II listed building. The main floor was used as a nightclub from 1999 to 2011.
~1200 ftNE
Park
Sackville Gardens, Manchester
6 min walk • Sackville Gardens is a public space in Manchester, England, bounded by Manchester College's Shena Simon Campus on one side and Whitworth Street, Sackville Street and the Rochdale Canal and Canal Street on the others. The land was purchased by Manchester Corporation in 1900 and laid out with walks, lawns and flower beds.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Palace Theatre?

Nearby attractions include Tootal, Manchester (2 min walk), Cornerhouse, Manchester (2 min walk), Whitworth Street, Manchester (3 min walk), The Ritz, Manchester (3 min walk).

How to get to Palace Theatre by public transport?

The nearest stations to Palace Theatre:

Bus

Manchester City Centre, Oxford Street / near Gt Bridgewater Street • Lines: 191, 197 (2 min walk)
Whitworth St West/Oxford Rd Stn • Lines: 2, 2 (peak) (2 min walk)

Train

Manchester Oxford Road (3 min walk)
Deansgate (11 min walk)

Tram

St. Peter's Square • Lines: Airp, Altr, Asht, Bury, Eccl, EDid, Mcuk, Picc, Roch, Shaw, Vict (6 min walk)
Deansgate-Castlefield • Lines: Airp, Altr, Asht, Bury, Dean, Eccl, EDid, Mcuk, Picc, Roch, Shaw, Vict (10 min walk)